Bus Fires: Rahul, Priyanka Mediate Between Govt, Manufacturers Amid Safety Debate

• Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra mediated talks between small bus body manufacturers and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari.
• The meeting addresses concerns over tightening safety norms following a rise in bus fire incidents across India.
• Small manufacturers fear the new regulations disproportionately benefit larger players, threatening their livelihoods.
• Gadkari emphasized that passenger safety is paramount and cannot be compromised, citing past warnings to manufacturers.
• The government is enforcing stricter regulations, mandating approved design codes and fire-retardant materials for bus manufacturing.